Private tour in Antequera & El Torcal trail from Costa del Sol

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Antequera fortress — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Menga Dolmen — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

This day trip offers a perfect blend of cultural exploration with Antequera and immersion in the natural beauty of El Torcal. Whether you're fascinated by history, geology, or simply enjoy picturesque landscapes, Antequera area has something to offer.

Explore Antequera town where Christian and Moorish influences converge, creating a fascinating blend of cultures, tales and history.

Discover the remnants of the Roman baths, a testament to Antequera's historical importance as a crossroads for different civilizations.

Immerse yourself in the cultural and religious significance of Antequera in the Modern Age. The largest numbers of churches in Spain are in Antequera.

Visit the Alcazaba, an ancient Moorish fortress that stands as a symbol of Antequera's defensive history in the Middle Ages.

Marvel at the unique and otherworldly limestone landscapes of this significant karst area in Europe: El Torcal.

Enjoy the convenience of roundtrip transportation from your hotel.

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At a glance

Duration: 7 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: German, Russian, Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
Operated by: Tours in Malaga

Ages: Children (7–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Private tour
Included: Driver

Not included

Not included: Lunch
Not included: Food and drink
Not included: Entrance fees (Fortress and Collegiate)

Itinerary

Marbella

one hour

Pick-up at your accommodation located in the Costa del Sol
El Torcal de Antequera

1 h 30 min Admission included

Start with hiking in the "El Torcal". "El Torcal" de Antequera is a nature reserve in the Sierra del Torcal mountain range, known for its unusual land forms, impressive karst landscapes.
Antequera

1 h 30 min

After hiking, drive to Antequera. Free time will be given for lunch
Alcazaba de Antequera

45 min Admission not included

Later continue the tour by visiting The Alcazaba of Antequera. A fortress erected in the 14th century to counter the Christian advance from the north, over Roman ruins. It is rectangular in shape, with two towers and its keep is considered among the largest of Moorish al-Andalus. Then visit the Renaissance Collegiate of the XVI. century while listening to stories about middle age legends of the city from the hand of the guide.
St. Mary's Roman Baths

15 min

Next discover the Roman baths while the guide explains you its different parts
Plaza Coso Viejo

45 min

Visit the main square surrounded by monumental buildings: Najera palace, some convents...
Dolmen de Menga

1 h 30 min Admission included

Finally continue to explore the area by visiting 2 dolmens, a megalithic burial mound called a tumulus, a long barrow form of dolmen, dating from 3,000 B.C. After completion of the chamber (which probably served as a grave for the ruling families) and the path leading into the center, the stone structure was covered by the ground and built up into the hill that can be seen today. When the grave was opened and examined in the 19th century, archaeologists found the skeletons of several hundred people inside.

At the end of this tour you will be transferred back to your hotel in the Costa del Sol.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Mediterraneo Real Aparthotel
Las Palmeras Affiliated By Fergus
Higueron Hotel Curio Collection by Hilton
Don Juan Hotel
Hotel Casa Consistorial
Hotel Monarque Torreblanca
Hotel Monarque Fuengirola Park
ILUNION Miramar
Fuenplaya
Hostal Jabega Fuengirola
Apartamentos Ronda
Hotel Agur

and 523 more pickup points

Using your ticket

Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly. If that happens, you will be informed.

Please make sure to be at the pick-up point 5 minutes prior to the tour start time.

Some guidelines are:

Wear a hut or cap

Wear comfortable shoes and clothes

Bring water with

Eating or drinking (except water) is not permitted inside the vehicle.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date
Dress code is sport
Operates in almost all weather conditions, please dress appropriately, checking forecast
The tour in a car (1 - 3 pax) or in a van (4 - 8 pax) doesn't include tour guide during the transportation. The local guide will meet you at the parking area of El Torcal and Antequera.
The tour in a minibus (from 8 people on) includes tour guide during the transportation.

Options

From Malaga

Pick-up from Malaga, Torremolinos, Benalmadena, Cartama, Casabermeja...

Duration: 7 hours

Pickup included
From Marbella, Nerja or Ronda

Pick-up in Marbella, Mijas, Ojen, Fuengirola, Ronda, Alora, Ardales, Carratraca, Nerja, Torrox, Velez-Malaga, Frigiliana, ...

Duration: 8 hours

Pickup included
From Estepona

Pick-up from Estepona, Benahavis, etc

Duration: 9 hours

Pickup included